2008 BMW X3 vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X3 | F50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 10497 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 371 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 84 L |
